Childminder in Bury

Inspection date 27 March 2019 Previous inspection date 17 August 2015

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder has a suitable understanding of how to keep children safe and protected from possible harm. She is alert to the indicators of abuse and keeps her knowledge up to date by undertaking regular safeguarding training. n The childminder understands the importance of evaluating her practice. She knows how to seek the views of parents and children to help her make ongoing improvements. n The childminder recognises the benefits of working closely with parents and any professionals, when needed. She knows the importance of promoting continuity of children's care and learning. n The childminder keeps up to date with current childcare issues and maintains her knowledge and skills. She attends regular training and accesses appropriate literature on the internet. n The childminder knows to monitor children's progress and plan challenging activities and experiences. She knows to support what children need to learn next and help them

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This provision meets requirements

to be prepared for school. n The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of how to promote children's positive behaviour and support their physical and emotional well-being.

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This provision meets requirements

There were no children present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no children present, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states whether the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration. Inspection activities n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning. n The inspector toured the areas of the premises used by children and discussed the equipment and toys available. n The inspector discussed the policies and procedures with the childminder and viewed documentation that she will use when caring for children.

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This provision meets requirements

n The inspector discussed the safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder and took into consideration the suitability checks.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY271861 Local authority Bury Inspection number 10071525 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 0 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 17 August 2015

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The childminder registered in 2003 and lives in Prestwich. She operates all year round from 6am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays.

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This inspection was carried out by Ofsted under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of provision that is registered on the Early Years Register. The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children's learning, development and care, known as the early years foundation stage.

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